4 Scams to Avoid While You Do Your Holiday Shopping

During the holiday shopping season, there are so many good deals that sometimes it's hard to know what's too good to be true. When actual retailers have legitimate 50% off sales, that makes it hard to spot a similar deal that's actually a scam.

It's important to be diligent as you do your holiday shopping. There are a number of scams that can separate you from your hard-earned money. Some are actually criminal -- people literally stealing from you -- while others employ tricky or deceptive practices. These are technically legal, but they can still result in you feeling shortchanged.

If something appears to be too good to be true, assume it is. Image source: Getty Images.

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